Cabletron Systems NBR-420 - Manual (Page 28)

Preparing the NBR for Installation
NBR-SERIES Installation Guide Page 3-11
3.2.7 Testing the NBR
Before installing the NBR in a live network, test the hub in a controlled
situation to ensure that it is bridging packets. Perform this test with two
workstations (see Figure 3-6), as follows:
1. Connect the first workstation to an NBR EPIM or BRIM.
2. Connect the second workstation to an NBR EPIM or BRIM.
3. Assign a valid IP address to the NBR using Local Management.
4. Designate the first workstation as a file server and the second one as
the client. Refer to the workstation manuals for establishing one as a
file server and one as a client.
5. Send packets between the two workstations to verify the proper
operation of the NBR.
If a failure occurs, see Chapter 4 for troubleshooting instructions.
NOTE
A “ping” test of the other workstation verifies the NBR is
operating properly.